The Days Go By

[qos]

. . . and still not much new going on.

I'm currently reading Jesus: A New Vision, by Marcus J. Borg, for my Christology class that meets for the first time this weekend. He writes very simply and clearly, and it's interesting enough, but nothing about it grabs me.

The point that I find most interesting is his distinction between "the historical Jesus" and his understanding of his identity and mission, contrasted with The Living Christ. Borg asserts that even if Yeshua of Nazareth did not fully understand what he was to become (or become again, after his death?), it does not invalidate the reality of the Living Christ. It's an interesting perspective that I hadn't considered before, but not something that moves or excites me.

I am looking forward to an entire weekend of theological study with Fr. R. The class is at an extension campus, so I'll be driving about 50 miles to the "other" campus on Friday evening after work. Actually, I'll be driving to a hotel near that campus, enjoying a quiet evening by myself, probably staying in and reading, and then driving a mere 10 minutes to class in the morning. I'll also be staying over Saturday night because class goes from 9am to 4pm Sunday. It will be a nice break from being a householder and parent.

Comments

[queenofhalves]

i think the historical jesus vs. the christ of faith distinction dates back to the 19th century at least, but i don't know who originally made it. maybe you'll come across the original theologian in your class.